Seven injured in Ogun steel factory explosion

The Ogun State Police Command has commenced an investigation into an explosion at Quantum Steel, a factory located along the Sagamu-Ikorodu Road in Ogijo, which left seven workers, including three expatriates, injured.

The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, was reported at the Ogijo Police Division by a staff member of the company, Joseph Adewale.

Among those injured are four Nigerian workers—Daniel Bala (28), Mutiu Olajide (39), Godwin Solomon (27), and Maduabuchi Onwe (27)—as well as three expatriates: Ajun Kumar (37), Chandan Kumar (50), and Rakash Kumar (30).

Confirming the incident in a statement on Thursday, the Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, attributed the explosion to machinery failure.

“According to the report, on March 2, 2025, at about 6:30 pm, a blast from one of the factory’s machines resulted in severe injuries to seven individuals, including both Nigerian and expatriate workers,” the statement read.

“All the injured victims were rushed to Rolayo Hospital in Ikorodu, Lagos, where they are currently receiving treatment and responding well.”

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Odutola noted that detectives visited the scene, conducted an initial assessment, and documented evidence, including photographs. She added that a thorough investigation is underway to determine the cause of the explosion and ensure compliance with industrial safety regulations.

The police command has urged companies and industries to prioritize workplace safety to prevent similar incidents.